First in‐vivo evaluation of a flexible self‐apposing left atrial appendage closure device in the canine model

Conclusion: The percutaneous delivery of a novel self‐positioning LAA occlusion device is feasible and safe in a canine model. At 30 days, all devices displayed complete healing and occlusion of the LAA without any device related adverse events. © 2013 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.

Source: Catheterization and Cardiovascular Interventions - October 15, 2013 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Yanping Cheng, Gerard Conditt, Genghua Yi, Armando Tellez, Mike Corcoran, Serge Rousselle, Greg L Kaluza, Juan F Granada Tags: Original Study Source Type: research